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Jerry McNerney: “Although I don't believe that this hearing is going to lead to any meaningful legislation, it is more of a political…”

On the recordApril 18, 2012
Although I don't believe that this hearing is going to lead to any meaningful legislation, it is more of a political sounding board for the majority party, but I do have some questions.
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Jerry McNerney
Democratic · California

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McNerney expresses skepticism about the hearing's legislative impact, viewing it as a political tool.

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